Formulate It Friday

Luke needs your opinion!  Think about where we left off in our novel Among the Hidden yesterday, and post a message in his secret chat room telling Luke what you think he should do. 

Today's Prompt:  Should Luke stay among the hidden or should he make a run for freedom?  Why do you think that? 

Be prepared to share your advice.

Thought Provoking Thursday

Luke was faced with a difficult decision in Among the Hidden  He could either stay hidden for the rest of his life, or say a painful goodbye to his family and try to live a normal life on his own.  With that in mind, respond to today's prompt. 

Today's Prompt:  All children should have the same opportunities.

As always, be prepared to present your thoughts to the class. 

Write It Out Wednesday

In yesterday's reading, we learned that the protest rally that Jen attended was not covered on the news.  Do you agree with today's writing prompt?

Today's prompt:  You can believe what you see on the news.

Be prepared to argue your case.

Think It Through Tuesday

Yesterday we began reading Among the Hidden.  Luke lives in a different type of world than we live in today, yet some of his feelings may be similar to how some of you feel at times.  Luke has never been to school, a birthday party, played on a baseball team, or even had a friend over.  Respond to the following prompt in your composition book.

Today's Prompt:  Is it better to blend in or stand out?  Why?

Be prepared to convince the class why your answer is the right choice.

Monday's Musings

Good morning, fabulous fifth graders!  Before we begin reading the novel Among the Hidden in class today, please take a moment to respond to the following prompt in your composition book.

Today's Prompt:  It's acceptable to break a rule if you disagree with it.

Be prepared to defend your answer in our class discussion today.